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BJ55 NNP

2005 Volvo V70

Grey Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Dec 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

257,442 mi
Last recorded257,442 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Volvo V70109,962 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ55 NNP
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 257,442 miles

Front Fog lights not working

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Dec 2025 257,391 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Front Fog lights not working

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2024 246,053 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine ,visible on under tray (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake requirement only just met . Service or repair may be necessary

Pass 22 Dec 2023 237,044 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

hand brake travel high

Pass 17 Sep 2022 216,394 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Sep 2022 216,394 miles

Central Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2021 189,742 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 161,486 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 134,820 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 115,634 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 99,959 miles
Fail 9 May 2017 99,959 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 16 May 2016 93,721 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 15 Oct 2015 91,582 miles

Nail in N/S/F tyre

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Oct 2014 87,232 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Oct 2013 82,686 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 76,925 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2012 76,925 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 Oct 2011 72,462 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 16 Oct 2010 67,269 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 60,702 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2009 60,696 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 15 Oct 2008 45,627 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo V70?

Based on 1,930,508 MOT tests across 117,393 vehicles.

71.0%
Pass Rate
7,266
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
117,393
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 67,106
position lamp(s) not working 56,250
Registration plate lamp not working 44,172
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 35,659
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 30,149
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BJ55 NNP is a 2005 Volvo V70 in Grey with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2005 Volvo V70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 109,962 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo V70 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 67,106 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BJ55 NNP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo V70 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 21 years old, this Volvo V70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BJ55 NNP registered?

BJ55 NNP is a 2005 Volvo V70, first registered on 25 October 2005.

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The MOT history for BJ55 NNP shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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